1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | Eldorado | Korando |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
